Charis vs Kenzi

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Charis

Girl #2,890 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"grace, kindness, beauty"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,890
Total SSA Count
57
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Chari, Ris

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Kenzi

Girl #2,785 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome, fair"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic Coinneach

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,785
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ken

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charis Rank #2,890
Kenzi Rank #2,785

Kenzi is more popular, ranked #2785 vs #2890 for Charis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charis ___

  • Charis Grace
  • Charis Rose
  • Charis Elise
  • Charis Vera
  • Charis Hope
  • Charis Joy

Kenzi ___

  • Kenzi Mae
  • Kenzi Rose
  • Kenzi Jade
  • Kenzi Grace
  • Kenzi Leigh
  • Kenzi Brook

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charis

Zoe Lyra Iris Thea Daphne

If you choose Kenzi

Brody Kaden Paisley Harper Brantley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charis or Kenzi more popular?

Kenzi is more popular, ranked #2785 compared to Charis at #2890 in the United States.

What do Charis and Kenzi mean?

Charis means "grace, kindness, beauty" (Ancient Greek origin). Kenzi means "handsome, fair" (Scottish Gaelic Coinneach origin).

Are Charis and Kenzi boy or girl names?

Charis is primarily a girl name. Kenzi is primarily a girl name.

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